Verve Hotel, an Ascend Hotel Collection Member

Beyond a doubt the best I could have selected for a very trying trip. In NYC to help set up an event for a friend, running errands and traveling to all parts of Manhattan. Location was near enough to subways to be no problem, and car service with flat rates was available almost instantly. Rooms were in good repair and very clean. The best part was the service - the staff was unflaggingly helpful and had a great attitude. They went out of their way to help us when we stressed out over the work we were trying to do. This is the first review I have written for a business, and their great service inspired me to do this.

No idea why so many folks have left 1 star reviews, but our experience was just fine. For the price, it was a great value. Easy walk to several subway lines, and while the room wasn't gorgeous and did feel a little dated, it was clean and more than simply adequate. Hotel staff was courteous and friendly. Frankly, I'm surprised why it doesn't sell out for the price and proximity to the city.

I'll admit I was slightly worried about staying here due to some of the reviews I read. I, however, didn't have a single complaint! Three of my friends and I were going to see the city for the first time and chose this location as it was only a subway ride away and the cheapest we could find in the surrounding area. The hotel clerk the day we got there was extremely helpful with directions and recommendations. Our room was immaculate and on the sixth floor there was a beautiful view of the city. The continental breakfast was good, too. Not the best I have ever had, but definitely better than most! I would absolutely stay here again.

Stayed here for two nights Sat-Mon. Great service. The room was nice, clean, and up to date. Very cleanliness. There is a parking garage under the hotel which was $25 per night. The only complaint I had was they are strict on having guests over. Our room rate was a two person maximum, and they made a big deal about us having two guests in the room that weren't even sleeping over, just visiting before we went out for the night. Would be nice if they had microwaves in the room, but they had a fridge and plenty of drawers/closet space for us to unpack our things. Check-out is at 11 and we were late checking out at almost 12:30pm which they charged us an extra fee for. Overall I would definitely stay at this hotel again for the price we paid.

I really enjoy staying at the Verve Hotel. The staff is some of the friendliest I have ever encountered. From the management to the front desk they all are looking to make the guests stay enjoyable. I stay in this hotel on a regular basis when I come in to work at my office near Penn Station. It is only 18 minutes from the hotel. I can be in Central Park in 10 minutes. The location in Long Island City is in a safe transitional neighborhood of residential and industrial buildings. There are a number of new buildings being constructed and when more of the hotels and apartment buildings are finished the restaurants and shops will follow. Just a few blocks away the Astoria neighborhood offers a number of established interesting restaurants and services. Manhattan with it's outstanding restaurants, museums, shops and parks could not be closer. It is great to be so close with great views of the city and not paying the high price for Manhattan hotels. The rooms are spacious and clean. Free internet and breakfast as well. If you are not staying here when you visit the New York City you are making a pound foolish mistake.

Amazing hotel with even more amazing prices. First off the hotel itself is located in Long Island City, close to the subway, with parking and ten minutes from manhattan. The location is so convenient and it is in the amazing area of long island city and astoria. The rooms are clean, the jacuzzi one is my favorite, well stocked, comfortable, there is free breakfast in the morning, free wifi and computers and printers for everyone's use. NOw what makes the experience here unforgettable and magnificent are the people. FRom the Manager Pete, to the attendants at the front like Jahaira and the people who work there like Alan, everyone goes above and beyond the expected and necessary to make you feel comfortable , at home and ensure that your stay is great. HAve stayed here a few times and plan to stay again! Truly a home away from home with all the luxuries of a hotel.

It was a very clean and nice hotel. It had a great service. The location was awesome; for it was close to subway station and it was located in a quiet area. I really liked it. If I go to NY again, I will stay in Verve hotel for sure. I strongly recommend it.

This hotel is as stated before. Clean, spacious rooms. Mini fridge, microwave, and a Kurig coffee maker. We had a king with a sofa bed for the kiddos. There was a door there to give you two rooms, so you have even more privacy! Beds are comfy, and clean. Accommodating, friendly and helpful staff. We needed extra cushion for the sofa bed, and even though the gentleman at the front desk could not get an extra mattress, he got us multiple comforters. They worked so well, we didn't need the extra mattress. Two city blocks from the subway. It is a sketchy part of town, but most of the locals were kind or ignored us. The staff even offered my husband an umbrella to borrow in a bad storm. Top notch staff. I would stay here again. The only negative is the deli on the corner one block from The Verve. I do not speak Spanish, but I understand enough. I walked in the store, and stood at the counter, waiting my turn. The customers started saying "oh no". "We don't want them to start coming here". This establishment, and the local customers frightened my 7 year old daughter with their angry voices and shaking their heads. I am a polite southern lady, who is raising my children to love and respect all people regardless of race, color or creed. My daughter turned to me and said "Mommy I'm scared. Can we please leave and never come back here." I left reluctantly, because I'm also a little scrappy. As I walked out a customer yelled "What's wrong mama? You don't like it here?" Can't remember the name. They have a turquoise canopy. Moral of the story, they don't want you, or your money. They don't like children either.